Better Late than Never?

4 Months Old 

As you can see Luca has made a lot of progress in a months time! So amazing how babies develop and learn so much in such a little amount of time. 

At 4 months Luca:

1. weighs 13 lbs and 6.2 ounces and measures in at 23 1/4 inches 
2. still only takes short naps throughout the day 
3. can hold his head up much better and for longer periods of time when on his tummy
4. grabs all toys and puts them into his mouth
5. gets angry if he cannot detach a toy from his playmat
6. has rolled over from his tummy onto his back but is by no means consistent 
7. appears very close to rolling over from his back to his tummy
8. LOVES watching Jack and LIGHTS up when Jack is around
9. still wakes up in the middle of the night to eat (twice!) 
10.  and just today has started to grab his feet and pull off his socks.

Things we have to look forward to this month:  Solids. 

And we are still waiting on his eye color... they have not settled into a specific color yet. If this is his eye color...I couldn't tell you what it is!?! 

Jack's Field Trip

This trip was originally going to take place out of town at a state park but due to rain the state park was closed. The class opted to go to a jumping party place instead. The kiddos had a nice time playing, eating and doing crafts. I had a great time visiting with the other Moms, talking to Jack's teachers and spending some one on one time with Jack.

Jack and Michael=funny conversations 

Jack, Michael and his pal Ace-Jack talks about these boys all of the time. I appreciate these boys and  their sweetness. They are good friends to Jack and they all get along very well. 

Most of you know that Jack is NOT a fan of these bounce house things. He always has a blast while there but NEVER actually jumps! Pretty hilarious and sad at the same time. I will not push him though. So long as he is having fun, I am fine with it. But I included this photo because for some reason the Jumping Party place decided that they didn't want children to actually play and have physical activity while there. They have put up 2 televisions to compete with physical activity. And sure enough Jack was captivated by the warm glow of the TV. Not to worry he did not spend the whole time like this... 

Bad Time Management

I have not been posting much lately and I apologize. I just haven't been a very good time manager lately. (or EVER really) Just wanted to let you know that we are still here. Coming soon, Luca's 4 month stats and Jack's field trip pictures. What are Mom and Dad up to? Dad is working hard and Mommy just registered for the spring semester. (YIKES-better get this time management thing down before January!) Will post later this week after Luca's doctor visit. :-) 

Fall Festivities 09

We have been super busy with lots of fun fall festivities. Here is what we have been up to.... 

UT Football

The Children's Garden Fair

The Homecoming Parade

Gramp's 60th Birthday Celebration

and Treat Night at the Dorms

October flew by! November here we come.

deja vu

Luca 

 

                                                  Jack                                                        

Correction

Luca has decided to prove me wrong this week. He is indeed grabbing and holding his toys. Just like that he changes over night. Bittersweet to see him grow and develop so quickly! Hope he decides to prove me wrong with our nap situation too! ;-) 

Luca 3 Months

Luca is 3 months old today. :-) Time is flying by. He is still a pretty flexible and happy baby. He smiles and coos all the time now. Still working on a laugh. He has been sleeping in his own room for a week now. The first night was extra hard on Mommy! I did cry. I totally didn't see it coming but I was overwhelmed by how empty our bedroom seemed without him. I have a hard time with change and letting my babies grow up. I may follow them off to college! (not a joke) 

At 3 months Luca:

1.Has discovered his hands and gazes at them and of course sticks them in his mouth.

2. Is totally addicted to his pacifier but with it can sleep just about anywhere.

3. Currently does not take ANY long naps but rather takes multiple power naps throughout the day. 

4. Is NOWHERE near holding his head up on his own or rolling over. Not to worry these are on Mommy's daily regimented routines. 

5. Is starting to become more engaged with his play toys and reaching out for them but is a long way off from grabbing them.

6. Has a little red strawberry that the Dr. said will continue to grow, peek and then go away. 

7. And tolerates his big brother's in your face display of affection. :-) 

Jack and Luca cooperating for Mommy and her camera

Luca's current obsession

Just for Kicks

This is just an ode to various shoe pictures that I have taken over the last year or two. 

Daddy Shoes

Mommy Shoes

Old School Shoes

On the Wrong Foot Shoes

And Baby Shoes :-)